When I was still preparing my sermon yesterday night, I was quite calm and relaxed, but during worship today, I suddenly got very nervous and tensed! I began to pray softly and took lots of deep breaths!

It started out at a good pace, I managed to do a good introduction and build-up.. But I still got rather nervous and ended up talking quite fast.

I am still happy! My team member gave me an assuring pat on the back.

And, thank you Kexin for letting me use your structure for my sermon.

And thank you God for giving me the chance to preach today. I pray for many many more chances!

And this story is really an amazing example for me to set my life upon, because Gideon’s army emerged victorious and Gideon remained humble.

The most important point that impacted me was how Gideon actually decided to continue fighting even when he only had 300 soldiers armed with nothing except pitchers and torches. He had the courage and faith to fight against all odds.

No matter what our situation is, even when what seems to be like a losing war, God can turn it around and we can emerge.

I’m so fascinated. I am going to use this story for my preaching next week.